Which Statement Is True About Rheumatoid Arthritis

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about rheumatoid arthritis?

• A) Almost all older adults show some signs of the condition on X-rays.
• B) It is sometimes called "degenerative joint disease" or "wear-and-tear" arthritis.
• C) Although it can strike at any age, it increases after age 60.
• D) Symptoms cannot be relieved with analgesic medication.

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